DOG FRIENDLY CASCADE SCENIC LOOP & MT BAKER SCENIC HWY

Jean (Swenson) Breck 1945

Bow WOW!!!  So much for this dog to see and do on the CASCADE SCENIC LOOP with a side trip up the MT BAKER SCENIC HIGHWAY – Sparkling Rivers, Clear Blue Mountain Lakes, Majestic Mountains, Cascading Waterfalls, Brilliant Fall Colors, Magnificent Views, Delicious Food,  Fun Hikes, Comfy Lodging, Inspiring Art, so much Beauty…let me tell you, this PawTrip has something for every DOG, and lots to SNIFF!

We started our planning with “THE CASCADE LOOP” brochure and Foldout Driving Map, then researched additional dog friendly things to do along our route using TripAdvisor, Pinterest, AllTrails, WTA, requesting information from the various Visitor’s Centers and Chambers, looking at the Scenic Washington State 365 Scenic Drives Road Map, as well as collecting additional information from people we met, and the various Ranger Stations we visited along the way.

Each of our 7 -days the last week in September 2018 were packed with adventure and unexpected surprises, what we like to call “MAGIC LOOT,” from morning until night.

The paw prints on the Cascade Scenic Loop Map below indicate the places we stopped traveling counter clockwise, starting in Everett, WA looping to Concrete, WA with a side trip up the Mt. Baker Scenic Hwy, ending in Bellingham, WA for our last night’s stay before heading back to Portland.

CASCADE LOOP MAP

DAY 1  SUNDAY – PORTLAND, OR to EVERETT, WA

We left Portland, Oregon late morning, and checked into the LA QUINTA EVERETT late afternoon. This was our first stay at a La Quinta and we were impressed with the affordable room rate, and no additional pet fee (this has since changed!)  It was also a great location to visit our Aunt in Woodinville and make a fresh start the next day on the CASCADE SCENIC LOOP!

DAY 2  MONDAY – EVERETT to LEAVENWORTH

And, we’re off on our Adventure along Hwy 2 heading east on the Cascade Scenic Loop… windows rolled down, following the Skykomish River!

The photo below was taken just past the town of Monroe…Mountains on the Horizon!

A short drive further, and we see the “CASCADE LOOP SCENIC HIGHWAY” sign and pull over for a picture of yours truly.  We’re on the right track!

An hour’s drive from Everett, with a left turn off Hwy 2, another mile, across the Bridge and we are in the town of INDEX.

See MT INDEX towering above the SKYKOMISH RIVER .  For this photo we took a  left once we crossed the bridge.

Then back to Hwy 2, continuing east a short ways to the ESPRESSO CHALET on the right at MP36.  I love this Stop!  Eggnog Latte for Carole, Bigfoot, View of Bridal Veil Falls from the Chalet back deck, and BigFoot Park, Oh My!  According to a local, they have Eggnog Latte’s all year round.  Of course I’ll have to take Carole’s word for it.  She say’s it’s the creamiest!

Pictured below is the view of BRIDAL VEIL FALLS from the back deck of the Espresso Chalet (see photo on right.  In the center notice a faint vertical line just above the trees in the foreground, that’s Bridal Veil Falls) .

And, Big Foot Park with a Pet Area just for me!

“I spy with my little eye, another Bigfoot” (as seen in “Harry and the Henderson’s,”) and family of deer munching berries!” in the Park.

Just a few miles east of the Espresso Chalet and we pull over at the EAGLE FALLS turnout on the right near MP39.  (Note: There is not a sign. There is however a kiosk and garbage cans on the other side of the guardrail at this turnout)

To see the Falls it requires I Limbo under the guardrail while Carole steps over, then walking down a short dirt path, scrambling over downed logs, and around boulders (Carole was impressed with my agility,) and finally climbing out onto rock slabs where we look upstream and are able to see the lovely Eagle Falls illuminated by the morning sun; a 25′-40′ Cascade.

Next stop, the SKYKOMISH RANGER STATION on the left, approximately a 15 minute drive. We check in with the Ranger on a couple of stops we plan to make, and ask about bears (this gets a grin.  “None reported.”)  He also gives us a great map with local hikes as well as directions to DECEPTION FALLS, a 10 minute drive away on the left near MP56.  Note: There is great road Signage for this stop.

When we arrive at DECEPTION FALLS, there aren’t many cars in the parking lot.

I love walking along this forested .75 mile loop trail taking stairs, crossing bridges, walking out onto overlooks, and seeing the different waterfalls.  We do this hike clockwise and are glad we did, starting with the smaller of the waterfalls and working our way to the more dramatic.  This is a Dog Friendly hike. No Parking Fee or permit Required.

Deception Falls Nature Trail below

And Along the Trail

From Deception Falls we head east over STEVEN’S PASS and BOW WOWZA, our first view of Fall color, “Hear me Howl, Fall has arrived in the Cascades!”

We have to stop at the “can’t miss” 59er DINER on the right for a Blackberry Milkshake, Yum!  (At least that’s what Carole said) Dogs are welcome at their outside picnic tables.

…Then continue through TUMWATER CANYON…(where we are starting to notice the drier climate)

… and into LEAVENWORTH, a Bavarian themed town at the foot of the Cascades. OOM–PAW!

Our first stop in Leavenworth is the LEAVENWORTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE  where we pick up an ARTWALK Map for the nearby SLEEPING LADY MOUNTAIN RESORT (NOTE: Sleeping Lady also has dog friendly lodging and each of the three dining patios at their Kingfisher Restaurant & Wine Bar, The Grotto and O’Grady’s are dog friendly)

Then, a short 10 minute drive from town along Icicle Creek Road and we are at the Resort.

Below are some of the sculptures we see on our Artwalk: Chihuly Icicles, Soul Salmon, Fountain of Dreams, Shaman Salmon, and the Emissaries (Ravens.) The Art Walk is Dog Friendly.  No Parking Fee.

Note:  Icicle Creek Road is also the location of several Dog friendly hikes where a Northwest Forest Pass is Required.

A quote from the Art Walk Brochure –

“There is a human need for beauty – to see, hear and feel what is already offered by nature.  The only enhancement that humans can add is art.”

 ~ Harriet Bullitt

It is now time to check into our hotel for the night at the HOWARD JOHNSON’S by Wyndham located at the west end of town on Hwy 2.

Lucky Dog, they greet me with a ziplock bag of treats, a waste bag, the visitor’s map below, and list of pet friendly restaurants.  They sure know how to welcome a dog!  

Here is the great 3-D map  (LEAVENWORTH VISITOR’S MAP) that was given to us at the hotel and includes blue paw prints at all the pet friendly lodging and restaurants. Carole has also added her own Orange Paw Print stickers on the map to show the places we visited.

After we get settled, we walk the several blocks into the Village (Front Street,) first stopping for Gingerbread Dog treats at the GINGERBREAD FACTORY, followed by dinner at the dog friendly, MUCHEN HAUS!  

Note:  We were here on a Monday before Oktoberfest, so it wasn’t busy at all.

The collage of photos below includes: a photo from Hwy 2 in Leavenworth looking back west to where we’d come from over Stevens Pass and through Tumwater Canyon;  Also, a photo of the resident goat from our walk along Hwy 2 to Front Street; and one of Front Street, the Village.

I have to say, Leavenworth is both a very walkable and Dog Friendly town! They even put out bowls of water all along the sidewalk for dogs in case we get thirsty.

Below, the GINGERBREAD FACTORY on Front Street.  Treats for Cody!…..Waiting Patiently!

And Dinner at the Dog Friendly MUCHEN HAUS on Front Street with Veggie Sausage (yes they have a Veggie Sausage) and Beer for Carole!

By the end of the day, we have walked 4.6 miles and climbed the equivalent of 16 floors…not bad for the Cody Dog!

DAY 3  TUESDAY – LEAVENWORTH to MANSON with stops in WENATCHEE and ENTIAT

Another sunny day!  After grabbing some fruit from the hotel breakfast room, and packing up the car, we head out for a 2-mile walk around ENCHANTMENT PARK & BLACKBIRD ISLAND, a Nature area along the Wenatchee River, located just a couple of blocks from our Hotel.

Armed with Airhorn and Bear spray with no other walkers in sight, Carole talks to me as she was instructed to do…(FYI, we were also told not to venture out on the trails at dawn or dusk when wildlife are the most active.)  Good news, no bears (ha! ha!)  We do eventually run into a few other people out walking, and in particular, one local woman with her family who tells us she had heard growling once in the bushes, and ever since has worn a whistle around her neck.

Here are some photos from our morning walk around ENCHANTMENT PARK & BLACKBIRD ISLAND in Leavenworth.

On the road again, we continue along Hwy 2 and the Wenatchee River, past fruit stands and wineries, watching the scenery change to rolling brown hillsides..  

In just a little over 1/2 hour, a sign Welcoms us to the “Apple Capital of the World” and we are in WENATCHEE where we make a beeline to the WENATCHEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE in Old Town for an “ART ON THE AVENUES WALKING TOURS” Map and directions to RIVERFRONT PARK.  

From Old Town, we head  the short distance down to the Columbia River and Riverfront Park, passing through an industrial area, taking a left at the bottom of the hill and driving along the Park to a parking lot on the right (no fee) where we begin our 1/2 mile walk.

“MAGIC LOOT!,” as we walk along the river enjoying the sculptures, (there are over 32 pieces of art in Riverfront Park,) we see children spread out across the lawn in groups creating sculptures from different natural elements….We are Curious!

And, As we stand watching, one of the volunteers walks up and hands us the “In case you’re wondering” explanation sheet below.

We want to mention here, that Riverfront Park is part of the larger 10 mile multi-use Apple Capital Loop Trail.

Time for lunch, so across the River to East Wenatchee we go to the Dog Friendly LISA BEE’S restaurant; a good suggestion from the Wenatchee Chamber.  Lisa Bee’s even gave me a “Pup Cup,” a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and as you can see from the picture below, I’m diggin’ it!

After lunch we backtrack to get on Hwy 97, and head North along the Columbia River for about a 1/2 hour to ENTIAT, where we stop in for a nice visit with the local Ranger at the ENTIAT RANGER’S DISTRICT.  She tells us about NUMERAL MOUNTAIN where graduating classes have been climbing since the 1920’s commemorating their class by painting their graduating year on the mountainside.  And, also suggests a stop at BOX CANYON, in addition to the other stops we have planned.

So, off we go along the ENTIAT RIVER and Entiat River Road driving into the WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST..

It’s not long before we see another car pulled over to the right, so we pull over too, and see an unnamed waterfall that seems to shoot out of the hillside. (We decided to name it “HOTSHOT” after the fire fighters who battled the recent wildfires in the area.) … And, that was the only other car we saw on our drive.

A little further up the road, and there is a sign for “BOX CANYON,” at MP3.2.  We pull over to our left and walk the short distance downhill to a fenced overlook for a view of the Canyon and FISHTAIL FALLS

Next on our left, we pull out once again into a paved parking lot across the street from SILVER FALLS at MP5.  Since we are alone, we decide to just take a picture of the Falls from the parking lot, rather than hike the trail up to the Falls. (the ranger had mentioned cougar in the area due to the recent wildfires.)

As we drive the next 3 miles to ENTIAT FALLS at MP8, the landscape changes dramatically from green forest and paved road, to a gravel road through the devastation of the recent wildfire.  It was an eerie sight to see the sharp contrast of the white water against a backdrop of blackened charred trees.

From the town of Entiat we have driven approximately 34 miles, for an estimated 1-1/2 hrs, not including stops, to our furthest point, ENTIAT FALLS.

Note: All the stops we made in the WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST are dog friendly.  NW Forest Pass Required.

Hwy 97 North along Columbia River to Entiat

Shown below, Numeral Mountain at the start of our drive; Entiat River road; and the waterfall by the side of the road we called “HotShot.”

Box Canyon and Fishtail Falls

Silver Falls and Entiat Falls

By now, it’s getting late in the afternoon but we want to make one last stop at the dog-friendly FOUR LAKES WINERY in MANSON before turning in for the day.  So we highTAIL it to MANSON, about a 40 minute drive from Entiat (with one quick stop for gas first, since we were almost on empty.  Note to Carole, next time get gas in Wenatchee!)

And, Guess What?…We make it with time to spare!  The Tasting Room Manager at Four Lakes Winery is very nice and tells Carole it’s ok to let me wander around the Tasting Room while she tastes!  So, of course, I make myself at home!

We had planned to visit two additional wineries, (note: there are a lot of dog friendly wineries in Chelan and Manson,) and there is still time, but we’ve had a long day, so instead decide to head to our night’s lodging at the MOUNTAIN VIEW LODGE, a 10 minute drive from the winery.

The Mountain View Lodge greets me with a Doggie Swag Bag containing treats, waste bags, a towel, winery brochure (click here for MANSON WINERIES, noting dog friendly wineries,) and a Manson Loop Driving Tour Map.  Happy Dog!

Our room has sort of a retro vibe, which makes my Tail Wag!

By the end of this day, we have walked a total of 4.2 miles and climbed the equivalent of 4 floors. “Go Cody Dog, Go!”

DAY 4  WEDNESDAY – MANSON to MAZAMA with stop in WINTHROP 

Today we celebrate what would have been Carole’s mom’s, Jean’s, 100th Birthday!

We’re Up early and take a picture of the moon.

Then pack up the car and head for breakfast at the Dog Friendly, Award-winning BLUEBERRY HILLS RESTAURANT in the country, a 6 minute drive from our motel.

Morning Moon

Photos below of BLUEBERRY HILLS RESTAURANT with their wonderful covered dog-friendly back deck overlooking fields of blueberries.

After breakfast we drive the short Manson Loop taking in views of Upper Lake Chelan, apple orchards, and Wapato and Rose Lakes, before heading into the town of Chelan.

View of Upper Lake Chelan from the Loop Drive

Apple Orchards

We want to do the 1-mile CHELAN RIVERWALK this morning, but are not quite sure where we are going, when, BINGO, just a few miles from Manson, we stumble onto Woodin Street in downtown CHELAN, and there is the  “Chelan Riverwalk Park.” sign.

And, we follow the sidewalk to our right, go across one bridge (under construction,) walking along the water on one side, then crossing another bridge, heading back along the other side…It is a lovely walk, the water a beautiful shade of blue, and so crystal clear!

Dog friendly Walk.  Downtown Parking no fee with a  3 hour limit

From Chelan we begin our  2-hour drive to MAZAMA, taking Hwy 97 North along the Columbia River until a “CASCADE SCENIC LOOP” sign directs us through the METHOW VALLEY, and along the METHOW RIVER.

In WINTHROP We stop at the METHOW VALLEY RANGER DISTRICT  for additional information and  NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK MAP.  As you’ll see below, I am having a fun time visiting with the Rangers!

Note: The Ranger’s Station also has a list of other Dog Friendly hikes in the area.

Then we’re back on the road to Mazama to meet a young man, who has agreed to drive us up  HARTS PASS to SLATE PEAK this afternoon, the highest drive in Washington State –  A road we want to take, but Carole  is too timid to drive, after reading the harrowing accounts of other travelers.

Lucky for us, our friend turns out not only to be great company, but also a skilled driver, navigating the narrow road, sheer drop offs, gravel, rock wash, chuckholes and other cars, safely getting us to the top and back without incident.

Once we reach the end of the road at the Slate Peak Parking Lot, it’s only a .5 mile hike up to the 7,488′ Peak.

As our Mom liked to say “I’m sitting on top of the world”  And we are doing just that Celebrating Jean’s 100th Birthday with a breathtaking 360 degree view of all the surrounding mountains on this glorious Fall day.

And, as we walk back down to our car, more  “MAGIC LOOT,” and “icing on the cake,” when 3 ravens fly to where we had been, soon joined by a fourth, all doing aerobatics, rolling and diving, as they soared in the sky above.

Dogs allowed on Slate Peak. NW Forest Pass Required.

Harts Pass Drive Map

Pictures from Drive Up Harts Pass

View from Slate’s Peak

Drive Down Harts Pass and view of Methow Valley.

Wind in my Fur. It’s a Great day to be a Cody Dog!

Tonight’s lodging is a Cozy, Dog-Friendly Cabin on Early Winter’s Creek at the rustic FREESTONE INN in Mazama. We LOVE this place!

After our drive up Hart’s Pass we don’t want the day to end, so we decide to continue Mom’s birthday celebration by taking a short walk from our cabin to JACK’S HUT PIZZA, where we eat dinner at one of their outdoor Picnic Tables in front of the restaurant, toasting Jean’s 100th birthday with a Guinness (mom’s favorite beer) to what has been a most amazing day!

Today we walked 5 miles and climbed the equivalent of 16 floors.  Who’s the Cody Dog now?

DAY 5  THURSDAY – MAZAMA to CONCRETE 

Brrrr! 38 degrees at 7:30am in Mazama, and  Carole hits the Snooze button!  When we finally get up, first thing we do after packing the car, is check out Early Winters Creek behind our cabin.

Then, we drive over to the Lodge for their wonderful breakfast buffet (breakfast was included with our stay)… which we eat on their dog friendly patio.

Below, Early Winters Creek behind our cabin at the Freestone Inn.

Pictured below is the Freestone Inn Dog Friendly Patio on Freestone Lake (at registration we are told there is a swimming hole for dogs on the lake.  And the map shows a .4 mile lake trail.  Next time.)

After breakfast we head for the  MAZAMA STORE and last gas stop, before our drive across the North Cascades.  

Carole also buys a salted baguette at the recommendation of our young friend from yesterday’s adventure, who said the locals refer to it as “Crack Bread” (because it’s so addicting,) and store menu calls a Fleur de Sel!…It definitely lived up to it’s reputation!

The store also sells pastries, sandwiches, beverages, etc. and has a dog-friendly patio.

North Cascades here we come!

Our first stop along the North Cascades Scenic Highway is the WASHINGTON PASS OVERLOOK on the right at MP162.  Great stop!   Large paved parking lot and restrooms.  Here, we take the .2 mile, mostly paved, scenic loop walk stopping for jaw dropping views of Liberty Bell and Early Winter Spires .

And, at one of the viewpoints, “MAGIC LOOT,” when we see the Framed Poem, “Silver Star,” by the late celebrated Oregon Poet Laureate William Stafford!

Next stop, RAINY PASS at MP 157.6 exit on the left. A very busy dirt parking area and jumping off point for several dog friendly trails of varying lengths and difficulties, including: LAKE ANN, HEATHER PASS AND MAPLE PASS LOOP, and our pick of the day,  RAINY LAKE HIKE, a 2 mile out and back, relatively flat interpretive walk to the crystalline RAINY LAKE.

These trails are all Dog Friendly.  Fee or Northwest Forest Pass Required.

Soon after, we enter the ROSS LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, and with windows rolled down, can hear and see any number of waterfalls as we drive along this stretch of road.

We almost miss the Two unmarked ROSS LAKE viewpoints (turnouts,) one after the other, on the right at MP135,  but manage to quickly pull over for a Birdseye View and snapshot of Ross Lake from above.

At MP132 on the right we see the sign for the DIABLO LAKE OVERLOOK.  This is a popular stop with lots of people, Paved Parking, Restrooms, Picnic tables (Time for our picnic lunch!) and numerous vantage points to capture the beauty and enjoy this glimmering lake reservoir in the afternoon sun.

Dog Friendly. No Parking Permit Required.

A quick stop at GORGE CREEK FALLS at MP123.4 (Parking is on the left on either side of the bridge..a small sign at the bridge reads Gorge Creek)…long enough for Carole to jump out and take a  Photo from the bridge while I stay in the car.

Then onward to hike up LADDER CREEK FALLS.  As we enter NEWHALEM, we take a left on the road just past the Powerhouse, parking at a gravel turnout immediately on the left.  From here we walk across the suspension bridge, over the SKAGIT RIVER, and follow signs .4 miles up a series of stairs and dirt trails along this tiered Falls, then back. (Note:  According to the Park Ranger all the Newhalem Trails are dog friendly.  No permit required for parking)

Dog Friendly.  No permit or fee

Next we make a quick visit to the NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK VISITOR’S CENTER  near MP120…(Note:  we had already picked up a National Parks Map at the Methow Ranger’s Station since we had driven the North Cascades Scenic Hwy east to west.)

Once back on Hwy 20 west, roadside signs on our right invite us to stop for “Berries,” “Homemade Ice Cream,” “Espresso,” and “Quality Snacks” at the CASCADIAN FARMS STORE.  And I ask you, what dog can resist the temptation of a Snack? So we stop!  And, even though it is late in the afternoon, Pumpkin Ice Cream for Carol,e and a scoop of Vanilla for me. (Carole said it was the Best Pumpkin Ice Cream she’s ever had! And I loved my scoop of vanilla too!)

They also have outdoor dog friendly picnic tables.

As our day is coming to an end, we follow the sparkling waters of the SKAGIT RIVER to the town of CONCRETE…

…taking a left onto Sauk Valley Road, just past the city center, driving over the bridge across the River and through the countryside for 3 miles to OVENELL’S HERITAGE INN (cattle ranch) on the right, and tonight’s lodging.

Carole checks in for us at the Main house and is treated to a view of Mt. Baker from the large picture windows in the Livingroom.  Then with map in hand, we drive back down the nicely landscaped driveway, across the road, and down a gravel road between fenced pastures, to the “Cabin Complex,” and our dog friendly log cabin.

The map they gave us also showed several nearby walks we could take on the property, but I was ready to put my paws up for the day..

I almost forgot to mention we walked 4.4 miles and climbed 11 floors today!  What do you know about that?

DAY 6  FRIDAY – CONCRETE to MT. BAKER  SCENIC HIGHWAY to BELLINGHAM

MT BAKER SCENIC HWY here we come!  Another sunny day!  Pack ‘em up, MOOOve ‘em out, “RAWHIDE!” (Couldn’t resist the Cattle reference!)

Back to Hwy 20 West and SEDRO WOOLEY for gas, then North on Hwy 9 to the the MT BAKER SCENIC HWY.

Our first stop along the Hwy is the MT BAKER FOOTHILLS CHAMBER AND VISITOR’S CENTER for maps and information.

At MP40 a sign on the right leads us .5 miles down the bumpy Wells Creek Road to the NOOKSACK FALLS parking area; a large dirt parking pullout on the left just before the bridge.

A walk across the road, down a short unmarked dirt trail and we reach an Overlook for a view of NOOKSACK FALLS. No Permit Required.

Back to the Scenic Highway, and it isn’t long before we come across a small unnamed mountain lake, where we pull over into a parking area on the right.  This is a great stop

Then we drive on, around the corner, and BOW WOWZA,  MAGIC LOOT..A stunning view of MT. SHUKSAN, fall color, and clouds, all reflected in PICTURE LAKE at MP55

We can’t resist taking the 1/2 mile dog friendly walk around PICTURE LAKE where we find ourselves bathing in Fall color and overwhelmed by the beauty of our surroundings!

Parking at Picture Lake was anywhere on the left where there was a spot on the road.

Back in the car, and as we are making our final ascent to Artist’s Point, we see a large turnout/viewpoint on our right and have to stop for a picture of the mountains.  Then more MAGIC LOOT, when we see a young man with his violin on a distant mound, and my ears perk up as he begins to play…Goosebumps!

Finally we reach the end of the Hwy, and ARTIST’S POINT, at MP58, where we turn into the parking lot…and Voila, there is MT BAKER!

Yes indeed, we are lucky to find a parking spot in this already packed lot!  

Then off we go on the  ARTIST’S RIDGE TRAIL  navigating the varied terrain – boulders, stairs, and lakes, all while enjoying the magnificent views on this Popular 2 mile out and back hike.

Northwest Forest Pass Required.

we are now famished (it’s around 3 p.m.) And, To quote Pooh Bear,” I think it’s time for a little something” said Cody, so we head back down the hwy to the AUSTIN PASS PICNIC AREA at MP56, a short drive from Artist’s Point.

Northwest Forest Pass required.

From the AUSTIN PASS PICNIC AREA it is an 1-1/2 hour drive to our final night’s lodging at the LA QUINTA BELLINGHAM,  where we end another perfect day; and, what has been a feast for all the senses; with an Amazing Sunset from our 3rd floor room.

Great affordable hotel with no pet fee (this has since changed!)

Today we walked 3.6 miles and climbed the equivalent of 11 floors! Atta Boy, Cody!

DAY 7  SATURDAY – BELLINGHAM to PORTLAND with stop in WOODINVILLE

This morning, Carole gets breakfast from the buffet for us….delicious!  Then we pack up and take CHUCKANUT DRIVE  south from Everett, rejoin I-5 South, and head for Woodinville, and lunch with our Aunt Marlys at  NOVELTY HILL JANUIK WINERY .

Below, are photos of the NOVELTY HILL JANUIK WINERY and their Dog friendly patio…where we have a Wood fired seasonal pizza (Note:  food was offered on weekends when we visited) and glass of wine.

After  lunch we drop our Aunt off, then drive back to Portland…with a song in our hearts, and filled with the incredible memories of a LifeTime from our CASCADE SCENIC LOOP and MT BAKER SCENIC HWY PAWTRIP!

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

DAY 1 Sunday – Portland to Everett STOPS

• La Quinta, Everett, 12619 4th Ave W., Everett

DAY 2 Monday – Everett to Leavenworth STOPS

• La Quinta Everett – 12619 4th Ave W., Everett
• Index – off Hwy 2
• Espresso Chalet – Hwy 2, MP36, Index
• Eagle Falls Hike – Hwy 2, MP39, near Index
• Skykomish Rangers District – 74920 Stevens Pass Hwy, Skykomish
• Deception Falls Hike – Hwy 2 MP52
• 59er Diner – 15361 US Highway 2, Leavenworth
• Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce – 940 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth
• Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort Art Walk – 7375 Icicle Creek Rd., Leavenworth
• Howard Johnson’s by Wyndham Leavenworth – 405 W. Hwy 2, Leavenworth
• Gingerbread Factory, Leavenworth – 829 Front St, Leavenworth
• Muchen Haus, Leavenworth – 709 Front St, Leavenworth

DAY 3 Tuesday – Leavenworth to Manson STOPS

• Howard Johnson’s by Wyndham – 405 W. Hwy 2,  Leavenworth
• Enchantment Park & Blackbird Island Walk – 300 Enchantment Park Way, Leavenworth
• Wenatchee Chamber of Commerce – 137 North Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee
• Riverfront Park and Art on the Avenues Walk – 2905 US 97, Wenatchee
• Lisa Bees – 13023 US 97, Wenatchee
• Entiat Ranger’s District, 2108 Entiat Way – Entiat
• Numeral Mountain – Entiat River Rd, Entiat
• Hotshot Waterfall – Entiat River Rd, Entiat
• Box Canyon and Fishtail Falls – Entiat River Road MP 3.2, Entiat
• Silver Falls – Entiat River Road MP5, Entiat
• Entiat Falls – Entiat River Road MP8, Entiat
• Four Lakes Winery – 4491 Wapato Lake Rd, Manson
• Mountain View Lodge – 25 Wapato Point Pkwy, Manson

DAY 4 Wednesday – Manson to Mazama STOPS

• Mountain View Lodge – 25 Wapato Point Pkwy, Manson
• Blueberry Hills Restaurant – 1315 Washington St., Manson
• Chelan Riverwalk – Woodin Ave, Chelan
• Methow Valley Ranger District – 24 W Chewuch Rd., Winthrop
• Harts Pass Slate Peak – NFD Road 5400, Deming
• Freestone Inn, Mazama – 31 Early Winters Dr, Mazama
• Jacks Hut Pizza Freestone Inn – Mazama, 31 Early Winters Dr., Mazama

DAY 5 Thursday – Mazama to Concrete STOPS

• Freestone Inn – 31 Early Winters Dr., Mazama
• Mazama Store – 50 Lost River Rd, Mazama
• Washington Pass Overlook –  North Cascades Highway/SR20 MP162.3
• Rainy Pass – North Cascades Highway/SR20, MP157.6
• Ross Lake Viewpoints – North Cascades National Park/SR20 MP135/136
• Diablo Lake Overlook –  North Cascades National Park/SR20 MP130
• Gorge Creek Falls – North Cascades National Park/SR20 MP123.4
• Ladder Creek Falls – behind Gorge Powerhouse, Hwy 20 MP120, Newhalem
• Cascadian Farms Store –  55749 SR20, Rockport
• Ovenell’s Heritage Inn – 46276 Concrete Sauk Valley Rd., Concrete

DAY 6 Friday – Concrete to Mt. Baker Scenic Hwy to Bellingham STOPS

• Ovenell’s Heritage Inn – 46276 Concrete Sauk Valley Rd., Concrete
• Mt. Baker Foothills Chamber of Commerce – Crossroads of Silver Lake Rd and Mt. Baker Hwy, Maple Falls
• Nooksack Falls – Mt. Baker Scenic Hwy/Hwy 542 MP40 Wells Creek Rd
• Picture Lake – Mt. Baker Scenic Hwy/Hwy 542 MP55
• Artist’s Point and Artist’s Ridge Trail – Mt. Baker Scenic Hwy/Hwy 542 MP58
• Austin Pass Picnic Area –  Mt. Baker Scenic Hwy/Hwy 542 MP56
• La Quinta, Bellingham – 1063 W Bakerview Rd., Bellingham
  

DAY 7 Saturday – Bellingham to Portland STOPS

• La Quinta Bellingham – 1063 W Bakerview Rd., Bellingham
• Novelty Hill Januik Winery – 14710 Woodinville Redmond Rd NE, Woodinville
• Portland

RESOURCES:

LODGING

LA QUINTA EVERETT 
www.laquintaeverett.com

• 12619 4th Ave West, Everett, WA
• 781-916-9762
• Room Rate. No Pet Fee (there is now a pet fee per night)
• Amenities:  Flatscreen, Refrigerator (no freezer,) Microwave, Wifi, Complimentary Breakfast, Coffeemaker, Outdoor Seasonal Pool, Air Conditioner and Heater, sundry items, Elevator

HOWARD JOHNSON’S BY WYNDHAM
www.leavenworthhojo.com

• 405 W. Hwy 2, Leavenworth, WA 98826
• 509-548-4326
• Room Rate + Pet Fee per night
• Amenities:  Flatscreen, Refrigerator, Microwave, Air Conditioning and Heat, Safe, Wifi, Complimentary Breakfast, Coffeemaker, Sundry Items, Outdoor Pool, walking distance bavarian village, Elevator
• Dog treats, waste bag, dog friendly city map and restaurant list.  Can leave pet in room unattended if notify front desk and leave tv on.

MOUNTAIN VIEW LODGE
www.mvlresort.com

• 25 Wapato Point Pkwy, Manson, WA  98831
• 509-687-9505
• Room Rate + Pet Fee per night determined by dog size.  Additional fee if more than one dog (2nd dog at discretion of management)
• Amenities:  Flatscreen, Refrigerator, Microwave, Air Conditioning, Heat, Safe, Ceiling Fan, Dispensers with soap, shampoo, etc., outdoor pool, jacuzzi, sport area, pavilion, Wifi, Robe for use, complimentary breakfast
• Dog Swag Bag with treats, towel, waste bags, Wine Map with dog friendly notations, dogs can be left in room must notify front desk, provide phone number and respond within 10 minutes if called by management

FREESTONE INN
www.freestoneinn.com

• 31 Early Winters Drive, Mazama, WA  98833
• 509-996-3906
• Cabin Rate + Pet Fee per stay
• Amenities:  Pet Friendly Cabins, Sandy Butte Bistro and Bar in Lodge, Jacks Hut Pizza & Brews, Complimentary Breakfast Buffet, Kitchen, Gas Fireplace, Outdoor Gas Grills, Lake, Seclusion, Everything within walking distance, basic utensils and cookware, coffeemaker, Seasonal Summer Pool at Jack’s Hut, Flat Screen TV, Sundry items
• Dog Swimming Hole on Freestone Lake, Dogs and Cats welcome in the Cabins. .4 mile lake trail.

OVENELL’S HERITAGE INN
https://ovenells-inn.com

• 46276 Sauk Valley Rd., Concrete, WA  98237
• 360-853-8494
• Cabin Rate + Pet Fee per night
• Amenities:  Dog Friendly Cabin (I believe they have 2,) We had the Wranger with Small Kitchen, utensils and cookware, microwave, toaster oven, small refrigerator, coffeemaker, Satellite Flatscreen TV and DVD, Briquette Outdoor BBQ, Seclusion, Sundry Items, Air Conditioning, Propane Fireplace, Wifi
• Be sure to ask for the list of Dog regulations before arriving

LA QUINTA EVERETT
www.laquintaeverett.com

• 12619 4th Ave West, Everett, WA  98204
• 425-347-9099
• Room Rate. No Pet Fee (this has changed.  There is now a pet fee per night)
• Amenities:  Microwave, Refrigerator, Wifi, Flatscreen TV, Coffeemaker, Sundry Items, Complimentary Breakfast, Seasonal Pool, Air Conditioning and Heater, Elevator
• Dog Relief Area with waste bags

RANGER’S STATIONS, VISITOR’S BUREAUS

click on links below:

CASCADE LOOP

NORTH CASCADE NATIONAL PARK

SKYKOMISH RANGER STATION

LEAVENWORTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

WENATCHEE CHAMBER

ENTIAT RANGER’S DISTRICT

METHOW VALLEY RANGERS DISTRICT

MT BAKER FOOTHILLS CHAMBER

CODY’S PACKING LIST
Dog Food
Medications
Mosquito Spray
Paw Butter
Towel
Dog Treats
Brush
Dog Bowls
Dog Food
Canned Pumpkin
Sheet
Dog First Aid Kit
Water
Fleece Vest for Cold
Calming Vest
Regular and Handsfree Leash
Dog Waste Bags
Safety Harness

Note:  For this trip Carole made a pasta salad that could be eaten hot or cold and wouldn’t spoil!  She also brought bagels, cream and Swiss cheese slices, whole vegetables and a thousand island sauce.  Chips.  And besides water (we always have a case or two,) wine, and sparkling water.